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Imaging Features of Kartagener's Syndrome on LearningRadiology

LearningRadiologySep 8

LearningRadiology reviews the classic triad of Kartagener's syndrome: situs inversus, chronic sinusitis, and bronchiectasis. Imaging shows dextrocardia, and chest radiography or CT reveals bronchial wall thickening and dilated airways.

  • This is an educational case review from the LearningRadiology blog.
  • The classic triad consists of situs inversus totalis, paranasal sinusitis, and bronchiectasis, a subset of primary ciliary dyskinesia.
  • The post highlights plain film and CT findings for radiologists in training.

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